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Where Is Dead?

1975 Directed by Jackie Rivet-River

In this quiet, naturalistic dramatic short, six-year old Sarah grapples with understanding mortality after the sudden death of her older brother, David. With the help of her family, she gradually learns how to process his passing and cope with her grief. Written, produced, and directed by Jackie Rivet-River, this short film for Encyclopaedia Britannica Films was awarded the Silver Hugo prize at the Chicago International Film Festival, as well as 12 additional awards internationally.

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Sara Crawford

Sara Crawford

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Sarah

Robert Crawford Jr

Robert Crawford Jr

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David

Ned Schmidtke

Ned Schmidtke

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Father

Cynthia Baker

Cynthia Baker

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Mother

Felix Shuman

Felix Shuman

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Grandfather

Janet Scheneker

Janet Scheneker

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Amanda

Lois Dubin-Hauselman

Lois Dubin-Hauselman

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